The state of Washington is looking at changes in laws regarding who may file a wrongful death lawsuit. Proposed legislation would permit the parents of adult children to sue if their son or daughter’s death can be attributed to negligence. To understand the proposed change, let’s take a step back and examine the standards for […]
Is an Autopsy Important in a Wrongful Death Case?
Did you know that medical errors are the third leading cause of death in the United States next to heart disease and cancer? When a loved one dies, family members often are left to wonder if there could have been something done to prevent the death. Autopsies are generally the only way to truly determine […]
6 Types of Most Common Wrongful Death Cases
Losing a loved one is a tragic event, no matter the circumstances involved. When a person’s life is lost due to another individual’s careless choice and the death could have been prevented, it can even be more difficult to come to terms with the loss. Below are six common wrongful death cases. Car Accidents In […]
Paul Walker’s Wrongful Death Lawsuit Settled by Daughter
In October of last year, the daughter of the late Paul Walker settled a wrongful death lawsuit against Porsche. She claimed that the car he was driving was responsible for her father’s death. Porsche settled with Meadow Walker and Paul Walker III, Paul’s father and executor of his estate in a different case. On November […]
Florida Man Files Wrongful Death Lawsuit Against Cruise Line for Death of His Wife
This past June, a Florida man filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Princess Cruise Lines for the death of his wife while the pair were on vacation in France. Jerome Leftow claims that his wife, Sarah, was seen by the ship’s doctor after she fell in her cabin. The couple was ordered to leave the […]
Wrongful Death Damages: How Can Surviving Loved Ones Be Compensated?
The emotional roller coaster of a wrongful death case can be overwhelming for the grieving individuals or family members left behind. As if the loss of the loved one isn’t enough, the financial hardship can be devastating as well. The amount of damages available in wrongful death cases can vary from state to state. In […]
Wrongful Death Lawsuits and How to File a Claim
A wrongful death lawsuit is when a claim is brought against a defendant whom the plaintiff believes caused a death of their loved one either intentionally or due to negligence. According to NOLO, the people who are able to file a claim are as follows: Immediate family members A surviving spouse or an adult child […]